Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) PhD degree from The University of Notre Dame Australia may be asked to undertake further coursework to extend their knowledge and skills as a basis for the research component.

Candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) degree become formed, through their research projects, in the methods of their chosen discipline.

All research students are assigned supervisors who are part guides and part advisers in the journey towards completing the degree. Before applying, please get in touch with the University’s Research Office to arrange a discussion with a suitably qualified academic staff member.

The maximum time for completion of the Doctor of Philosophy (not including periods of approved leave of absence) will generally be three calendar years for a full-time student and six years for a part-time student. The minimum time for completion will typically be two years.

Career opportunities:

A Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences) can lead to careers in academia, industry, government and non-government organisations, scientific research, specialist consultancy, clinical and non-clinical health settings, research management, and executive-level management.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The maximum time for completion of the Doctor of Philosophy (not including periods of approved leave of absence) will generally be three calendar years for a full-time student and six years for a part-time student.

The minimum time for completion will typically be two years.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-07-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-02-19 00:00:00

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More details

There are two main recruitment rounds at Notre Dame, usually between May to July (Semester 2 Mid-Year intake) and November to March (Semester 1 Main-Round intake)

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

94

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Philosophy Health Sciences View 22 other PhDs in Health Sciences in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

94

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 01032F

The following criteria are required for a student to be admitted to the PhD program:

Completion of a research Masters degree (by research or course work and thesis), appropriate to the professional field of the applicant (or equivalent) at a high level of achievement; or

A Bachelor’s degree with Honours (Class 1 or Class 2A Honours level or equivalent); or

In exceptional circumstance, an equivalent academic or professional background that is considered by the Dean of the School and the PVC-R to be an appropriate preparation for independent study and research at a doctoral level.

Tuition Fee

Domestic Students: Commonwealth Supported Places.
Fees are calculated based on the discipline and study load of the courses.

Living costs for Fremantle

1700 - 2700 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Doctor of Philosophy (Health Sciences).

Available Scholarships

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